Black currant variety Barmaley is a late-maturing variety with large, round-oval berries weighing from 2 to 4 grams. The berries have a rich black color, shiny surface, and elastic, non-tough skin. The fruit flesh is dense, juicy, and aromatic, with a sweet-and-sour taste and refreshing acidity, making them attractive for both fresh consumption and processing. The berries detach dry, which enhances transportability and reduces losses during harvesting and transportation.
Barmaley bushes are vigorous, moderately spreading, with straight, light-green, matte, and unpubescent canes. Yield is high – up to 3.7 kg of berries per bush. The variety is distinguished by good winter hardiness and resistance to diseases such as powdery mildew and anthracnose, as well as to bud mites, which ensures stable fruiting and reduces the need for intensive plant protection.
Black currant Barmaley is versatile in use due to its berry taste and quality. The late ripening period allows harvesting in the third decade of July, which is convenient for planning collection and further processing. A high tasting evaluation confirms the excellent taste quality of the fruits, while compact and sturdy berries make the variety attractive to gardeners and commercial producers.
